Acrylic Painting for Beginners Course

Acrylic Painting for Beginners – 4-Week Course
Discover the Vibrant World of Acrylics!

Join our in-person 4-week acrylic painting course for beginners at Arting Around in Toronto and unlock your creativity with hands-on guidance, professional instruction, and a fun, supportive environment. This course is perfect for anyone looking for a relaxing, therapeutic, and inspiring creative experience.

Whether you’ve never painted before or want to strengthen your foundation in acrylics, this course offers the skills, techniques, and confidence to bring your ideas to life.

• Duration: 4 sessions (1 session per week, each session 1.5 hours long) - check for the next start date !
• Tuesday at 6:30 PM EST
• Location: 191 Eglinton Avenue East, Unit 310, Toronto — 5-minute walk from Eglinton subway, free parking on site
• All Supplies Provided — paint, brushes, canvases, and materials included
• Snacks and light drinks included

Don’t worry if you need to miss a session — we’ll make sure you can catch up easily so you won’t fall behind.

What You’ll Learn (Weekly Outline)
Week 1 – Foundations & Techniques

• Introduction to acrylics: understanding materials and brushes
• Essential painting techniques: blending, layering, and texture
• Tips for working with color and composition

Week 2 – Decorative & Personal Art Pieces

• Create stunning decor paintings to brighten your space
• Explore composition, contrast, and harmony in design
• Practical guidance for completing polished artwork

Week 3 – Still Life (Naturmort)

• Learn to paint everyday objects with observation and style
• Techniques for depth, perspective, and lighting
• Experiment with textures and color dynamics

Week 4 – Landscapes & Natural Scenes

• Capture the beauty of nature with acrylics
• Explore layering, atmospheric effects, and brushwork
• Finish a landscape painting with a professional look and personal style

Why This Course is Special

• Designed for absolute beginners and those looking to improve skills
• Hands-on guidance in a small, supportive group setting
• Focus on creativity, self-expression, and meditative enjoyment
• Includes all materials, snacks, and light drinks
• Step-by-step instruction while encouraging personal style and experimentation
• Miss a session? No problem — we make it easy to catch up!

What You’ll Take Home

• A strong foundation in acrylic painting
• 4 completed paintings, one from each session
• Confidence to continue exploring acrylics independently
• Knowledge of techniques for blending, layering, still life, landscapes, and personal projects

Booking is required to secure your spot. For questions, email hello.artingaround@gmail.com